Guide to Low Fat Cooking

From Fiona Haynes, your Guide to Low Fat Cooking Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is a relative newcomer to our grocery stores, but it's an ancient food relied upon by the Incas. Quinoa provides all eight essential amino acids, which makes it a complete protein, making it popular with vegetarians. For non-vegetarians, it's simply a delicious alternative to couscous, rice, and other grains.

8 Ways With Quinoa Quinoa is not only a good source of protein, it's a good source of iron, fiber and B vitamins. Despite its status as a super grain, quinoa is technically a seed, but no matter, it's a great alternative to rice and couscous in salads and other dishes, and ideal for those who need to eat gluten free. ... Read more

Cucumber Salad Cucumber Salad Fiona Haynes One of my favorite summer side salads is this cool, refreshing cucmber salad. It's quick and easy to make and perfect for your upcoming summer picnics... Read more

Low Fat Rice and Black Bean Salad Low Fat Rice and Black Bean Salad Fiona Haynes Enjoy this easy to assemble rice and black bean salad with your favorite grilled or broiled fish, chicken, pork or lean beef dish. For quick preparation, use pouches of 90-second microwavable rice, or ... Read more

Green Bean Salad Green Bean Salad This vibrant green bean salad has just the right amount of crunch, a little saltiness, thanks to a small amount of bacon and a sweet tang, thanks to the balsamic vinegar.... Read more